Kanata Wellness Expo

Come visit me at the Kanata Wellness Expo.

Date: Saturday, January 22nd, 2011
Location: Kanata Holiday Inn & Suites
Time: 10am-4pm
Admission: $5

People’s Choice Business Awards

The Wellness Group has been nominated for the People’s Choice Business Awards for “Health & Wellness Business” by the Kanata Chamber of Commerce. Please vote! The voting ends on January 26th!

Here’s the link: http://pcba.kanatachamber.com/en/pcba/index_openVote.php

Health & Wellness Trade Show

Come visit me at the Kanata Chamber of Commerce Health & Wellness Trade Show 2011!

Date: Saturday, January 15th, 2011
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: Scotiabank Place, Gate #2 Entrance
Admission: FREE
Parking: FREE

January Sale and Group Weight Loss Program

Now’s the time to lose weight the healthy way and keep it off for good! Until January 31st all Personalized Weight Loss Programs are 10% off! Call or email today to book your free 15-minute initial consultation.

Group Weight Loss Program

Learn how to lose fat and keep it off the healthy way in a comfortable group setting!

Dates: January 24th to March 7th, Monday evenings from 7-8pm
Location: The Wellness Group, 9-420 Hazeldean Road, Kanata
Cost: $195 + HST

o Customized Meal Plans
o Healthy Recipes
o Private Body Composition Testing (no humiliating public measurements)
o Weekly topics include:
Healthy proteins, carbohydrates and fats
Healthy meal planning
How to read nutritional labels
The effects of stress and hormones on fat loss
Eating out the healthy way
Recipe modification
Benefits of Exercise
Supplements-which ones do you really need to take

Call or email to sign up. There is a limited number of spaces to keep the group small!
Contact Rachel at 613-608-4047 or info@rachelhewitt.com

10 Reasons to choose a Personalized Weight Loss Program with Rachel Hewitt

1. You will Feel Great!- Do you usually feel terrible when you are dieting? Or even worse, hungry? Learn how to feel great and still lose fat. The most common comment I get from my clients is that they can’t believe how good they feel or how much energy they have.

2. It’s Personalized- You are not exactly the same as the person sitting next to you, so why should your weight loss program be the exact same?

3. Receive a Complete Nutritional Assessment- Weight loss is more than just calories in and calories out. Have a Nutritionist assess your diet and symptoms questionnaire to determine if there are any system imbalances that could be hindering your weight loss efforts.

4. Body Composition Testing- Most weight loss programs only use your weight on the scale to determine success. This can be a very inaccurate indication of health. Bio-Impedance Analysis testing is the most accurate in body composition testing and will tell you how much fat mass you have lost as well as your water balance and overall hydration.

5. You get a Personal Nutritionist- Throughout the program your Nutritionist is only an email away whenever you have a question.

6. No Special Supplements or Food to Buy- Most weight loss programs make most of their money off the “extras” that you need to purchase for the program to work. On this program you can eat your own food and supplements will only be recommended for health improvement if absolutely necessary.

7. Education- Throughout the program you will learn how to be healthy, not just count calories or points. You and your family will benefit for years to come.

8. Motivation- You have weekly appointments to keep you accountable and help you overcome any obstacles you are facing.

9. Save you Money-Weight loss and supplement companies spend millions on marketing campaigns to try to convince you that their “get slim quick” products work. Your Nutritionist will tell you what actually works and what your body needs so you don’t have to spend your hard earned money on something that could actually be doing your body more harm than good.

10. Keep the weight off for good! – Once you learn how to eat the proper foods that nourish your body, the weight will naturally stay off. You will also be losing fat and not metabolically active muscle tissue so your body will not gain all of the weight back when the program is over. You will never DIEt again!

How to Survive Holiday Parties

1. Eat something healthy before you go- Have a small snack before going to the party so you aren’t ravenous when you arrive. This way you can make better choices at the buffet.

2. Bring something healthy- If you are going to a potluck, bring a healthy dish with you, preferably one that can act as a meal (example: mixed bean salad) so you know you will be able to eat something healthy.

3. Scan the buffet table before you grab a plate- Doing so will allow you to see all of the options and decide which ones are the best for you. Otherwise, you may end up with a huge plate by the time you get to the end.

4. Fill up on veggies- Most buffets or appetizers will include a vegetable tray. Snacking on fruits and veggies will leave less room for less nutritious items.

5. Eat a meal- Avoid grazing the entire evening and instead grab a plate and fill it at least ½ with veggies, and make sure you have a serving of lean protein (turkey!). Then go sit down and eat it at a table and enjoy it. This way you will end up eating a healthier meal AND feeling more satisfied with it, compared to grazing on appetizers all night.

6. Wait before getting seconds- It takes 20 minutes for your mind to realize that your stomach’s full. Don’t get up to get seconds right away, chances are you won’t need them.
7. Don’t hang around the food table- Once you’re done eating stay far away from the buffet table or kitchen (unless you’re helping clean up) to prevent grazing.

8. Watch your beverages- Most alcoholic beverages are loaded with calories and sugar. Not to mention the fact that your judgement will be impaired after a few.

9. Eat dessert!- Yes, you read that right. Eat a dessert, but not ten. You don’t have to try every cookie, square, and piece of cake. Instead choose the one dessert that you want the most (like your grandma’s homemade pie) enjoy it, and don’t go back for seconds. Keep the portion size reasonable; don’t be shy about asking to have half a piece.

Healthier Sweeteners

Sweeteners to Avoid:

1. White/cane sugar- made from the sugar cane plant, over 99% of the nutrients are lost during processing leaving just empty calories.

2. High fructose corn syrup (HFCS)/corn sugar/glucose-fructose- HFCS is made from corn where some of its glucose is turned into fructose for the desired sweet taste. It is found in most commercial and processed foods. HFCS has been linked to diabetes, obesity, and is extremely addictive.

3. Aspartame- an artificial sweetener which is metabolized into methyl alcohol and formaldehyde in the human body and has been reported to cause headaches, dizziness, blindness, and seizures, among other symptoms. It may be found in diet sodas, candies, gum, and toothpaste.

4. Splenda- falsely advertised as “made from sugar so it tastes like sugar,” Splenda is actually made in a lab. There have been no long term studies done on its safety, with some preliminary studies showing consumption may cause enlarged liver and kidneys…No thanks!

Better Choices for Sweeteners:

1. Stevia- a natural calorie-free sweetener made from the stevia herb. Stevia can be purchased in a powder or concentrated liquid form. Stevia is a great replacement for Aspartame and Splenda for those trying to lose weight or individuals with diabetes. It can be found in health food stores.

2. Xylitol- a natural sugar alcohol which is calorie free. Found in natural chewing gums as studies have shown it may help with tooth decay.

3. Coconut sugar- made from coconuts, this sugar has a very low glycemic index rating. It has a delicious flavour similar to brown sugar and is great in recipes.

4. Sucanat- a non refined cane sugar, it is made from dried cane juice using minimal processing, therefore it still contains most of the nutrients found in sugar cane.

5. Blackstrap Molasses- is a by-product of processing sugar cane into refined sugar. During the processing of sugar cane, all of the nutrients are removed from the refined sugar and left in the molasses; therefore, it is a source of calcium, magnesium, potassium and iron. Always choose organic molasses to avoid the chemicals commonly used in cane sugar processing.

6. Honey- made by bees using the nectar from flowers. Honey has antimicrobial actions and can help you fight off a cold. There are numerous local farmers that make honey so make sure your honey is from the Ottawa area.

How To Live Gluten Free Workshop

Join Nutritionist Rachel Hewitt and learn:

• How to eat gluten free the healthy way
• Which foods to enjoy and which to avoid
• Hidden sources of gluten
• How to eat gluten free on a budget
• Lots of delicious healthy recipes and meal ideas
• Learn about gluten free grains and how to use them
• Local gluten free stores and restaurants
• Common nutritional complications will be addressed

All participants will receive an information booklet with food lists and recipes.

Gluten free snacks will be provided.

Question and answer period to follow.

Cost: $30

Call 613-271-8555 or email info@mykanatachiropractor.com to reserve your spot.

Sign up early, space is limited!

Should You Eat Gluten Free?

Should You Eat Gluten Free?
Free Talk!

• Did you know that 1 in 8 people are gluten intolerant?
• Are you one of them?
• Do you suffer from skin problems (eczema, psoriasis), IBS, bloating, headaches, arthritis, ADD/ADHD, and other unexplained symptoms?
• Learn why gluten intolerance is more common than you think.
• You don’t want to miss this free talk!
• Sign up today! Space is limited!

Dates and Times:

Natural Food Pantry- Kanata Location
442 Hazeldean Road
Saturday, November 13th, 12pm-1pm

Natural Food Pantry- Billings Bridge Location
2277 Riverside Drive
Saturday, November 20th, 12pm-1pm

To sign up email info@rachelhewitt.com or call 613-608-4047.

You’re invited to The Wellness Group’s Birthday Party!

The Wellness Group is celebrating its 2nd Birthday. Join in the fun on Saturday, November 6th, from 10am to 2pm. There will be lots of healthy, nutritious food provided by the Natural Food Pantry and we have invited some of Kanata’s finest health experts who will be present to answer all of your questions about health & wellness and provide the following complimentary services:

• Comprehensive Chiropractic Exam with Chiropractors Dr. Michael Gibson & Dr. Ryan Pope (by appointment)
• Body Composition Testing with Nutritionist Rachel Hewitt
• 5-minute Chair Massage with Massage Therapists Kristin McCaig & Sara Grace Petrunewich
• Blood Pressure Testing with Personal Trainer Pat Fleming
• 15-minute Reiki Sessions with Reiki Practitioner Candice McMullen

Be here to receive one of our great door prizes:
• 1 month of Chiropractic Care ($656 value)
• 4 half hour massages ($45 value each)
• 1 nutritional consultation ($150 value)
• 1 one hour Reiki session ($70 value)
• 1 fitness assessment ($95 value)
• 1 month of cardio-kickboxing ($100 value)
• and many more…

Everyone is welcome!

See you at the Party!

For more information please contact us:
(613) 271-8555
info@mykanatachiropractor.com